1959 BMW 503 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 234 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 503 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |